Maruti Suzuki Ciaz spied on test again, launch mid 2014

Snapshot: Maruti Suzuki has been testing the Ciaz on Indian roads as launch is nearby

Maruti Suzuki's upcoming mid-size sedan, the Ciaz, recently got spotted while the car was being tested in Gurgaon, India. Maruti has been testing the new sedan since a while in India as this is the third time when the car got spotted completely camouflaged on Indian roads. The Ciaz will enter the market as a replacement for the SX4. The company first showcased the Ciaz concept last month at 2014 Auto Expo India, given a glimpse of what new should we expect from the country's largest automaker this time.

However, there is a great chasm between the production model and concept of the Ciaz. But, what's good is Ciaz's basic design outline is quite similar to its prototype. As seen in the images, the Ciaz carries a wide stance and properly sculpted low-roof sedan like structure, shedding the awkward styling of its outgoing model, the SX4. The mechanical base of Ciaz is shared with the company's Ertiga MUV with similar underpinnings. The new model is expected to be powered with same 1.6-litre petrol engine and 1.3-litre DDIS diesel engine. But latter is anticipated to go forward to its 1.6-litre version.

The Ciaz will be loaded with premium features like engine start-stop button, keyless entry, parktronic system and several other class-leading comfort and safety aids could be seen. The Ciaz is expected to reach the market around mid 2014 and will rival the segment leaders like Hyundai Verna and Honda City in the Indian market.